2003 BMW 730 vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2003 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,065 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Supra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 730 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 730. (300 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 730 | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 730 | Supra |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3065 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 1050 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |